Innocence
Innocence by Penelope Fitzgerald, published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt in 1998, is a literary work that spans 224 pages. The narrative centers on Chiara, the last of the Ridolfi family, known for their rich history and peculiar ways. She finds herself infatuated with Salvatore, a talented yet impoverished doctor who is disinterested in romance. The story explores the complexities of their relationship, highlighting how their good intentions and well-meaning friends contribute to their emotional turmoil.
Readers will encounter a blend of historical and fictional elements as the plot unfolds, revealing the intricacies of love and societal expectations. The characters navigate their feelings amidst the backdrop of Florence, providing a rich context for their interactions. This edition presents Fitzgerald’s unique storytelling style, inviting readers to reflect on the themes of desire and the challenges of connection.
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Beautiful Chiara is the last of the Ridolfi, a Florentine family of long lineage and eccentric habits. She is smitten with Salvatore, a brilliant but penniless doctor, a rational man who wants nothing to do with romance. This is the story of how these two–with the best intentions, the kindest of instincts, and the most meddlesome of friends–make each other wonderfully miserable inside.
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